Camellia sasanqua 'Jean May'

Plant type

tree, shrub

size

H: 8'-12'
W: 8'-12'

planting zones

7a-9b

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Camellia sasanqua 'Jean May' plant details

Camellia sasanqua 'Jean May' is a broadleaf evergreen shrub or tree with green foliage. In fall pink flowers emerge. Features glossy texture. Grows well with mostly sun - shade and even moisture - regular water. Does well in acidic, rich and well-drained soil.

CHARACTERISTICS OF Camellia sasanqua 'Jean May'

Plant type: shrub or tree
Plant family: theaceae
Foliage: evergreen green
Mature size: 8 FT - 12 FT - wide, 8 FT - 12 FT - tall
Flowers: pink blooms in fall
Uses: container plant, woodland garden

GROWING CONDITIONS for Camellia sasanqua 'Jean May'

USDA Zones: 7a - 9b
Sun exposure: mostly sun - shade
Watering frequency: even moisture - regular

Soil needs: acidic, rich and well-drained

Nursery contributed plant descriptions

Large, double shell-pink flowers and exceptionally glossy foliage highlight this compact upright plant Sasanqua Camellias are fall- and winter-blooming, as well as being hardier and more sun-tolerant than Japonica types. S-PSh/M

By: Forestfarm

The delicate shell pink blooms of this popular cultivar do best in partial shade, so as to avoid fading. This is a busy shrub, with wonderful, dark, glossy foliage. Flowers are semi-double, large, and bloom midseason.